I've been following a thread on the Yahoo group about wiring the turnout for proper operation and ensuring that proper contact is made when throwing the switch. There doesn't seem to be a consensus at to what is correct. What do you guys have to say?Mark

Found this on Train Board and can't get anyone to tackle it over there. Would anyone like to try stretching #17, Buckley & Onarca, http://retailers.kalmbach.com/sitefiles/catalogsamples/12443spread.pdf and turn it into an HOn3 point-to-point? Both ends would have coaling/service and turntables, or possibly wyes to get locomotives turned around. Anyone?Mark

We are truly excited to announce that Blackstone Models will be offering ourvery own snap-together track with integrated roadbed!Blackstone Models has designed the first pieces of a complete track systemspecifically for HOn3

We've chosen to design our system around the familiar Kato Uni-Joiner for asimple-to-put-together, reliable track system than can be enjoyed andappreciated by beginners or seasoned modelers alike. Our friends at Kato haveproven over the years that their Uni-Joiner is both robust and electricallyreliable.

The first pieces to be released include 228mm straights (approximately 9") and480mm radius curves (approximately 19"). Each piece will have one Uni-Joiner ateach end. Ties have been textured, painted and scaled appropriately for HOn3.The rail is code 70 nickel-silver. This is just the initial stage in developinga complete system; we expect to announce the first switches a bit later in theyear.

Though it is not common to announce advance reservations for track, we will betaking pre-orders to help us gauge our purchase quantities. The straights willbe packaged in sets of four, as will the curves. Four packs of curves (4 in apkg.) results in a 360 degree circle. To make things easier for stocking and forcustomers, we'll also offer a Starter Pack that includes 16 pieces of 480mmcurved track, 4 pieces of 228mm straights and one Power Joiner with 3 feet ofwire.

Delivery is expected in Fall 2012.We hope to have these first pieces in stock by Fall of 2012 and in plenty oftime for the holiday season. Track is the perfect Christmas gift - pre-order nowto make sure you have plenty in stock when you need it!P.N. Description MSRPB500100 4-Pack, 228mm Straights (9") $18.25B500200 4-Pack, 480mm radius curves (19") $18.25B500900 Starter Set, 4 Straights, 16 Curves $89.95

You can see a photo of the pre-production sample (which they say "First shotsamples! Ties are not yet painted and some small modifications will be made forbetter fit, but we are well on our way!" at our Facebook page

The limited amount of members we have here, is mostly due to the fact that Steve Hatch won't let me advertise it on the HOn3 Yahoo group. So please, if you are happy with this place, spread the word!Mark